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That full length fiddleback or tiger striped stock looks fantastic!

I think it's funny how most people today think wood stocked, blued steel rifles are fragile or they will rust away in no time even though there are many examples of guns hundreds of years old that are still beautiful and functional. All they need is a little care to prevent damage. The little dings and dents add character.

But nobody apparently wants to care for their equipment anymore. I don't even want to think about what an old used and abused stainless synthetic rifle would look like in fifty years other then plain ugly.

Kimber 280AI Leupold VX2 2x7

Should fit in your budget.

Lite and Good Looking







Flyer

I've owned several Winchester Supergrades and recently got to check out the Sako. Lets just say I won't be buying anymore Winchesters.

Your search should end right here: Link.

A high quality rifle that will last a lifetime and when you hand it down it should last another lifetime. It's chambered in one of the most useful cartridges of all time.

A true classic.

Terry

What is wrong with a Weatherby? I would consider one before a Sako, given pockets that deep.....

One nice thing about my upcoming trip to Kittery Maine is that I will get to see some used rifles, some new Kimber 84s, as well as Winchester M70 which is probably what I will buy. Might even sell a brand spanking new Winchester 94 Sporter 30-30 as I will get a fairly decent trade in offer. That 94 is a fairly good example of how I have traded around rifles in the last few years. After selling each one I will admit I shouldn't have but the farming business is NOT the business to be in around tax time!